Farr Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Farr Lake Dam, also known as Adams Lake Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Fayette, Georgia, near the city of Tyrone.


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Summary

This Earth-type dam primarily serves for recreational purposes, with a height of 18.4 feet and a length of 450 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 57 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.03 acres.

Despite being unregulated by the state and having a low hazard potential, Farr Lake Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in February 2010, with a condition assessment of "Not Rated." The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks or drainage area listed in the data.

While the exact year of completion and detailed information on the dam's volume are not provided, Farr Lake Dam offers a unique recreational opportunity for visitors in the area. With its picturesque location and moderate risk level, water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the importance of maintaining and monitoring this private-owned structure to ensure the safety and sustainability of the surrounding environment.

Dam Length

450

Dam Height

18.4

River Or Stream

unknown

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7.03

Hydraulic Height

18.4

Nid Storage

75

Structural Height

18.4

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.